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  • Will RBI's Proposed Foreign Investment Norms Disrupt PE, VC Fund Operations?

    Will RBI’s Proposed Foreign Investment Norms Disrupt PE, VC Fund Operations?

    RBI’s proposed foreign investment framework has reignited discussions around the treatment of AIFs as foreign controlled entity (FCE) based on ownership and control parameters set by SEBI and downstream investments being classified as FDI inviting similar restrictions such as on entry routes, sectoral caps and valuation norms. In an article published in VCCircle, our Partner Vivaik Sharma shares his views on the proposed changes, underscoring the importance of regulatory clarity while preserving India’s push towards a robust onshore fund management ecosystem. (Photo Credit: VCCircle)

    31st August 2026 | VCCircle Read More
  • Can you gift an SIP to your sister this Raksha Bandhan? Here’s how it works

    Can you gift an SIP to your sister this Raksha Bandhan? Here’s how it works

    Can gifting money for an SIP to your sibling have tax implications? In an article published in moneycontrol.com, our Partner (Head - Taxation) S R Patnaik, explains the tax treatment of gifts between siblings, the impact of investing gifted funds through an SIP, and the taxation of future capital gains arising from such investments. (Photo Credit: Moneycontrol)

    31st August 2026 | Moneycontrol Read More
  • India lets AI into patent examination — but who's really deciding?

    India lets AI into patent examination — but who’s really deciding?

    As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into patent examination, transparency and accountability will be critical to maintaining confidence in the process. In an article published in MLex, our Director – Patents Gitika Suri discusses India's new AI guidelines for patent examination, highlighting how they introduce a formal governance framework while underscoring the importance of effective human verification. (Photo Credit: MLex)

    25th August 2026 | MLex Read More

  • With mounting pendency, infra woes, NCLT struggles as insolvency cases surge beyond capacity

    With mounting pendency, infra woes, NCLT struggles as insolvency cases surge beyond capacity

    Our Partner Madhav V. Kanoria in an article published by The Economic Times shares his views on the Supreme Court’s reaffirmation of the commercial wisdom of the Committee of Creditors (CoC) and the limited role of tribunals and courts in reviewing resolution plans under the IBC.  

    10th December 2025 | The Economic TimesRead More
  • Amid IPO boom, lawyers with capital markets exposure in demand Read more at: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/industry/services/consultancy-/-audit/amid-ipo-boom-lawyers-with-capital-markets-exposure-in-demand/articleshow/125896769.cms?utm_source=contentofinterest&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=cppst

    Amid IPO boom, lawyers with capital markets exposure in demand

    Law firms are ramping up recruitment of capital markets specialists amid a surge in demand stemming from a raft of initial public offerings (IPOs) and other fundraising drives, said industry executives. Our Partner - (Head - Capital Markets) Manan Lahoty shares his views on this in an article published by The Economic Times. (Photo Credit:...

    10th December 2025 | The Economic TimesRead More
  • Indian legal AI builds momentum at home, eyes global reach

    Indian legal AI builds momentum at home, eyes global reach

    With strong domestic capability and evolving user expectations, Indian legal AI has opened a significant new chapter. Its long-term impact will depend on trust, accuracy and the everyday lawyer’s comfort with the technology. Our Chief Innovation Officer Komal Gupta shares her views on this in an article published by Financial Express (India). (Photo Credit: Financial...

    10th December 2025 | Financial ExpressRead More